Insight Guides Explore Budapest by Insight Guides

Author:Insight Guides
Language: eng
Format: epub
Tags: Travel, Hungary
Publisher: Apa Publications
Published: 2017-11-22T05:00:00+00:00

Hungarian Geological and Geophysical Institute building

Topped with blue tiles to represent the Tethys Ocean, with figures of Atlas on the rooftop holding up globes, this building by Ödön Lechner is one of the most spectacular by the ‘Hungarian Gaudí’. The Hungarian Geological and Geophysical Institute ) [map] (Magyar Földtani és Geofizikai Intézet; www.mfgi.hu; open weekdays and visits by appointment only) opened in 1899 and combines Hungarian folk art with geological elements. It exemplifies Lechner’s distinct Hungarian Art Nouveau style, particularly with the use of weather-resistant glazed Zsolnay tiles. The institute is home to an impressive collection of minerals that can be visited, along with the spectacular interior of the institute, for free (by appointment).

Food & Drink

1 Gundel

Gundel Károly ut 4; tel: 1 889 8111; https://gundel.hu; daily midday–midnight; €€€

One of Budapest’s most famous restaurants due to its founding father Károly Gundel, who refined Hungarian cuisine and brought it into the world of haute cuisine. This elegant establishment has hosted a distinguished guest list of royals, politicians and celebrities.

2 Bagolyvár

Gundel Károly ut 4; tel: 1 889 8127; www.bagolyvar.com; daily midday–11pm; €€

Opened by Károly Gundel in 1913, this family-style restaurant was designed for zoo visitors. You can find traditional Hungarian dishes with that home-cooked feel and daily lunch menus that come at a set price.

3 Városliget Café & Restaurant

Olof Palme stny 6; tel: 30 869 1426; www.varosligetcafe.hu; daily midday–10pm; €€

A fusion of traditional Hungarian and Austrian dishes with a modern twist. Located on the upper floor of the 19th-century ice-rink building with romantic views over to Vajdahunyad Castle and the City Park lake.

4 Kertem

Olof Palme stny 1; tel: 30 225 1399; www.kertemfesztival.hu; Mon–Sat 11am–4am, Sun midday–1am; €

Set on the terrace of the impressive red-bricked Olof Palme House in the heart of the park, this outdoor venue is a popular bar and chill-out place by day, with a festive feel at night.

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